How much does a lifeguard make in New Jersey?
$34,760a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in New Jersey. That is $16.71 an hour or $2,897 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.71
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,220Median: $34,760Highest 10%: $42,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $32,620 | $15.68 | |
| Median | $34,760 | $16.71 | |
| 75th | $37,800 | $18.17 | |
| 90th | $42,860 | $20.61 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlantic City, NJ | $38,130 |
| New York, NY | $36,600 |
| Trenton, NJ | $33,920 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,220 |
| Allentown, PA | $30,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 12. Arizona | $35,380 |
| 13. Florida | $35,040 |
| 14. Oregon | $35,030 |
| 15. New Jersey | $34,760 |
| 16. Alaska | $34,540 |
| 17. Maryland | $34,520 |
| 18. Maine | $34,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $16.71 ($34,760 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $34,760 against $33,580 nationally, 4% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for lifeguard pay?
New Jersey ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays lifeguards the most?
Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ, with a median of $38,130 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.